The 15 Best Pairs of Compression Pants for Men in 2024, According to Fitness Experts

Leggings have been embraced and fully integrated in women's casual and workout wear an a go-to garment, so why is it any different for men? It's no surprise that for most men, the stigma surrounding a leggings-only look comes down to fear of looking a bit too exposed.

When our senior fitness editor Brett Williams polled Zac Efron on the topic in a 2019 interview, he was open-minded in his response. "I’m not going to knock anyone for the leggings look—I’m sure there’s reasons superheroes wear tights," he said. "If you pull it off and it works… I just have to wear something over them or I feel too self-conscious."

While any of the compression tights listed above are designed to keep things secure and concealed to maximize comfort and minimize unwanted bounce, we also recommend taking care in which underwear and workout shirt you choose to complete the look. Chances are, you won't be the only guy at your gym rocking the look.